GRILLED BASIL SALMON STEAKS

Grilled Basil Salmon Steaks image

I've had this recipe in my file for so long I don't know where it came from. I do know that it is wonderful especially with really fresh salmon. My oldest son brings one home from time to time. There just isn't anything better!

Provided by Normaone

Categories Spring

Time 46m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

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Ingredients

4 salmon steaks, 1 inch thick,thawed if frozen (4-6oz.)
1 cup mesquite wood chips
1/2 cup packed fresh basil leaf
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
lemon slice
basil sprig

Steps:

Combine marinade ingredients in a blender container.
Process until smooth.
Place salmon steaks in a glass dish.
Pour marinade over salmon, turn to coat.
Cover and refrigerate 30 minutes.
Meanwhile, cover wood chips with water and soak for 30 minutes.
Just before cooking salmon sprinkle wood chips over coals.
Place salmon steaks on oiled grill rack 4-6 inches over medium hot coals.
Grill 10-17 minutes until fish is done, basting occasionally with the marinade.
Garnish with a lemon slices and sprigs of basil.

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